Little Canada
Isle of Wight

for secondary schools

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About Little Canada

Little Canada is perfect for an inspiring learning-outside-the-classroom adventure. There's private access to the river for dragon boating and raft building sessions; great ways to develop teamwork and communication skills. Back on dry land, there are zip wires, giant swings, tunnel trails and lots more to engage and motivate your students.

Many secondary school groups use Little Canada as a base to explore the beautiful landscape on the Isle of Wight on a PGL Field Studies course. The rich environmental diversity offers a wealth of learning possibilities in Geography, Geology, Biology and Environmental Science. Accommodation is cosy, comfortable and all en suite.

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Accommodation

Log Cabins

  • Students - En suite rooms sleep 4-10
  • Teachers - Single, twin or triple en suite rooms

Woodlands House

  • Students - En suite rooms sleep 8-10
  • Teachers - Single or twin rooms, mostly en suite

Facilities

  • Indoor activity zone
  • Sports hall
  • Bar
  • Teachers’ lounge
  • Classrooms
  • IT facilities
  • Shop

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Activities available

All activity sessions are led by our well trained, enthusiastic instructors who know exactly how to make the most of the challenges and opportunities each activity presents.

The full list of activities available at Little Canada is featured below. Each evening there is a lively entertainment programme to enjoy, so everyone is kept busy right up until bedtime.

See the evening entertainment available at Little Canada

Select an activity for a full description

Food

Enjoyable mealtimes with nutritious and tasty food
Our meals are freshly cooked, balanced and will give your pupils plenty of energy to keep them going throughout the day. 

  • Hot and cold meals with vegetarian options
  • Homemade soup every day
  • Self-service salad bar
  • Fresh fruit with every meal
  • Allergies, intolerances and special diets catered for - see our Teacher Guide
  • Support for fussy eaters - see our Parent Guide
Food at Barton Hall for Primary Schools

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Sample Day

Sample day for Secondary Schools at Little Canada
Schedule Activities
07.00 - 09.00 Get up, get ready and fuel up for the day ahead
09.15 - 12.30 Morning activities - usually 2 sessions with a 15 minute break in-between

12.30 - 14.00 Dry off & clean up. Time for a fresh & tasty two-course hot lunch
14.15 - 17.30 Afternoon activities - 2 exciting sessions with a 15 minute break in-between

18.00 - 19.00 Time to eat again - a different menu each day
19.00 - 21.00 Talent shows, campfires, quizzes and more. The evening entertainment programme keeps you laughing until bedtime.
21.00 / 21.30 Bedtime. Catch up on some zzz's and prepare to do it all over again tomorrow!

Courses available at Little Canada:

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